In this April 26, 2021, file photo, Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signs a bill from Rep. Amy Regier, R-Kalispell, requiring that women be informed of the opportunity to view an ultrasound before an abortion. (Thom Bridge/Independent Record via AP)
April 26, 2021
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HELENA (AP) — Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signed three bills Monday restricting abortion access in the state, celebrating it as a success after several attempts to pass similar measures in previous year were vetoed by former Democratic governors.